Gardens and trees

Perthshire Trees

Perthshire is " Big Tree Country". Visit some of the most remarkable trees and woodlands anywhere in Europe. Travel along our leafy country roads and:

explore remnants of Scotland's ancient wildwood
discover where modern forestry began in this country
marvel at the stunning specimens they introduced from around the world
perhaps have a close encounter with some of our woodland wildlife

A short trip from the hotel takes you to Europe's oldest tree, the world's highest hedge, Britain's tallest tree, the sole survivor from Shakespeare's 'Birnam Wood', Europe's oldest living thing (the Fortingall Yew est. 3000 - 5000 years old)...the list goes on.

Perthshire Gardens Collection

Pitlochry in Bloom

Pitlochry in Bloom welcomes you to our floral town set in the dramatic, beautiful scenery of Highland Perthshire. Pitlochry in Bloom has now won over 30 awards in total since 1993 including Take A Pride in Perthshire Best Small Country Town, Beautiful Scotland in Bloom Best Small Country Town, and Britain in Bloom Best Small Country Town

And nearby Perth, voted the most desirable place to live in Britain, several times over the past ten years, has some of the most beautiful public/private gardens in Britain. It has also achieved incredible recognition for its floral displays by winning many competitions including Scotland in Bloom,  Britain in Bloom, Entente Florale, World in Bloom Challenge, and the  Queen Mother Birthday Awards Highlights include Branklyn Gardens - described as the "finest two acres of private garden in the country". Bells Cherrybank Gardens, home to Europe's largest collection of heathers, some 50,000! , and the superlative gardens of  Scone Palace.